Patty Murray actually said...

"For too long, some members of Congress have been unwilling to reach a fair and balanced compromise on deficit reduction."

"We do need to hold the FAA accountable for how it spends taxpayer dollars."

"the FAA will furlough its air traffic controllers, close down contract towers, and delay NextGen."

"Secretary LaHood has spoken out about the real impact these cuts will have on the FAA and our aviation system."